Novel courses can help you learn narrative structure, character development, dialogue crafting, and thematic exploration. You can build skills in creating compelling plots, developing unique voices, and employing literary devices effectively. Many courses introduce tools like writing software for drafting and editing, as well as techniques for peer feedback and revision processes. You'll also explore genres, pacing, and the importance of setting, all of which contribute to writing engaging and impactful stories.

University of Pennsylvania
Skills you'll gain: Integral Calculus, Calculus, Applied Mathematics, Differential Equations, Engineering Calculations, Advanced Mathematics, Mathematical Modeling
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: Social Determinants Of Health, Community Health, Health Equity, Behavioral Economics, Health Administration, Consumer Behaviour, Business Modeling, Artificial Intelligence
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Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Berklee
Skills you'll gain: Music Theory, Music, Musical Composition, Storytelling, Writing
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: GitHub, Unix, Git (Version Control System), Unix Commands, Version Control, Bash (Scripting Language), Ubuntu, Command-Line Interface, Cloud Computing, Shell Script, Linux, Mac OS, Scripting, Scripting Languages, Programming Principles, File Management
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Mindfulness, Kinesiology, Stress Management, Physical Therapy, Respiration, Self-Awareness, Pain Management, Rehabilitation, Coordination, Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), Human Musculoskeletal System, Anatomy, Physiology
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

The University of Tokyo
Skills you'll gain: Photography, Art History, Culture, Aesthetics, Cultural Diversity, Storytelling, Writing
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Product Testing, Hazard Analysis, Analytical Chemistry, Environmental Regulations, Pharmacology, Biochemistry, Cell Cultures, Environmental Science, Biochemical Assays, Laboratory Research, Biostatistics, Bioinformatics, Molecular Biology, Data Mining
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Lund University
Skills you'll gain: Editing, Proofreading, Writing, Grammar, English Language, Literacy, Style Guides, Formal Learning, Vocabulary
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Yonsei University
Skills you'll gain: Materials science, Semiconductors, Thermal Management, Electrical Engineering, Engineering, Manufacturing Processes, Chemical Engineering, Electronic Components, Physics
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months
Duke University
Skills you'll gain: Database Design, MySQL, Relational Databases, SQL, Data Modeling, Databases, Business Intelligence, Big Data, Business Analysis, Data Analysis
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Wesleyan University
Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Writing, Organizational Skills, Editing, Personal Development, Self-Awareness, Overcoming Obstacles, Detail Oriented
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Wesleyan University
Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Writing and Editing, Journals, Writing, English Language
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks